Below is an overview of the search tools in the system and ways to enter data faster.
Search Box and Alpha Radio Buttons
1. The search feature allows you to simply enter in a student name or ID, click on the binoculars and locate a student. You can also click on the alpha radio buttons to search by the first letter of the student’s last name. This is a feature that you will want to take advantage of, so that you do not have to scroll through all of the student names.
2. Below is an example of one area of the system where you can do a search:
1. Login
2. Click on Data Entry and Changes
3. Click on Student Information
4. Simply search for a student by typing in the student’s name or ID.
5. Click on the Binoculars.
6. You can also search by clicking on the alpha radio buttons at the top of the screen.
7. Once the student displays that you would like to modify, simply click on the students’ name and to the right the data entry screen will appear.
Ascending and Descending Radio Buttons
1. These radio buttons allow you to sort ascending or descending.
2. Below is an example of one area of the system where you can sort ascending or descending:
1. Login
2. Click on Data Entry and Changes
3. Student Information Changes (Horizontal)
4. Click on the Ascending and Descending Radio Buttons
5. While you are in Student Information Changes (Horizontal), view how the student names go A – Z or Z - A
Retain Values on Add
1. Retain Values on Add check box, if checked before selecting Add “+”, the previously selected values will stay. Then simply adjust for the new data; for example adding siblings or similar courses.
2. To test out this feature, enter the system |Data Entry and Changes |Master File and Code Entry and Changes |Select Entry Options |Click in the ‘Retain Values on Add’ box |Click + |Add new data.